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Sydney (South) - Haymarket has an estimated 24,813 residents, up 24.5% since the 2021 Census, with 27 projects tracked in Sydney (South) - Haymarket.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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Adjoining the Sydney CBD, the Sydney (South) - Haymarket Statistical Area (Lv2) is a dynamic urban locality known for its vibrant multicultural atmosphere, celebrated culinary landscape spanning authentic Asian fare to modern dining, and historic market hosting fresh produce, fashion, and artisanal goods. Complemented by active galleries, performance venues, and a diverse streetscape marrying heritage structures with contemporary architecture, the precinct features a predominantly young working-age demographic, notably within the 25 to 34yo bracket, alongside teenagers, young adults, group households, and couples without children. As of Aug 2026, AreaSearch estimates the population at around 24,813, marking an increase of 4,878 people (24.5%) since the 19,935 residents recorded at the 2021 Census. This ongoing demographic expansion is derived from an Estimated Resident Population (ERP) of 24,758 published by the ABS as of June 2025, alongside 441 Validated New Addresses confirmed since the Census date.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
Adjoining the Sydney CBD, the Sydney (South) - Haymarket Statistical Area (Lv2) is a dynamic urban locality known for its vibrant multicultural atmosphere, celebrated culinary landscape spanning authentic Asian fare to modern dining, and historic market hosting fresh produce, fashion, and artisanal goods. Complemented by active galleries, performance venues, and a diverse streetscape marrying heritage structures with contemporary architecture, the precinct features a predominantly young working-age demographic, notably within the 25 to 34yo bracket, alongside teenagers, young adults, group households, and couples without children. As of Aug 2026, AreaSearch estimates the population at around 24,813, marking an increase of 4,878 people (24.5%) since the 19,935 residents recorded at the 2021 Census. This ongoing demographic expansion is derived from an Estimated Resident Population (ERP) of 24,758 published by the ABS as of June 2025, alongside 441 Validated New Addresses confirmed since the Census date.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 9,305 in 2001 and 24,758 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 24,813 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 25 to 34, 43.7%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 34.6%.
Sydney (South) - Haymarket ranks in the 99th percentile nationally for transport & access and the 99th for amenities.
Each bar and spoke is a national percentile; the dashed ring is the typical area. 99th = higher than 99 in every 100 neighbourhood-sized areas across Australia (ABS SA2 areas). Higher means more of the measure, not necessarily better. Orange marks the top three measures where a higher percentile is better; not Age, Housing or Housing Cost.
02Market and pipeline
Rents, sale prices and what is being built.
The median rent in Sydney (South) - Haymarket is $958 a week, up 5.7% over 12 months to Jun 2026 and 21% above Greater Sydney. The gross rental yield across all dwellings is 4.9%.
21% above Greater Sydney on median weekly rent
Median weekly rent by year, lodged bonds. Houses (solid line): $942 in 2017, $1,190 in 2026; Units (dashed orange line): $752 in 2017, $1,116 in 2026. The latest is to Jun 2026.
Some rents are estimated from nearby areas.
Yield is indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools.
| Address | Sale price | Settled | Address type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1706/28 Harbour Street, Sydney NSW 2000 | $630,000 | 30 Sep 2026 | Unit |
| 1811/718 George Street, Haymarket NSW 2000 | $1,213,000 | 28 Sep 2026 | Unit |
| 1006/117 Bathurst Street, Sydney NSW 2000 | $1,350,000 | 23 Sep 2026 | Unit |
| 3709/81 Harbour Street, Haymarket NSW 2000 | $1,200,000 | 22 Sep 2026 | Unit |
| 3708/81 Harbour Street, Haymarket NSW 2000 | $870,000 | 22 Sep 2026 | Unit |
| 210/158 Day Street, Sydney NSW 2000 | $825,000 | 22 Sep 2026 | Unit |
| 3301/718 George Street, Haymarket NSW 2000 | $1,800,000 | 21 Sep 2026 | Unit |
| 3068/65 Tumbalong Boulevard, Haymarket NSW 2000 | $1,400,000 | 21 Sep 2026 | Unit |
| 7106/117 Bathurst Street, Sydney NSW 2000 | $3,550,000 | 18 Sep 2026 | Unit |
| 3321/65 Tumbalong Boulevard, Haymarket NSW 2000 | $820,000 | 18 Sep 2026 | Unit |
The 10 most recent of the 38 residential sales recorded since 3 Aug 2026 (the latest settled 30 Sep 2026), newest first. The median of these 38, houses and units together, was $1,042,500 (a different set from the medians above). Source: NSW Valuer General / AreaSearch, to September 2026. Commercial, vacant land and nominal sales are left out. Unit means the address has a unit number; a street address has none.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent | $958 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +5.7% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, all dwellings | 4.9% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median unit price | $987k | Contract-date median, 2026 to date | |
| Median price, latest residential sales | $1,042,500 | Median of the 38 most recent residential sales, settled 3 Aug 2026 to 30 Sep 2026, NSW Valuer General / AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent, houses | $1,190 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for houses over 12 months | +2.1% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, units | $1,116 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for units over 12 months | +6.7% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, units | 5.7% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median rent, Sydney Inner City | $884 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Sydney Inner City, over 12 months | +5.9% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Greater Sydney | $789 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Greater Sydney, over 12 months | +5.3% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, NSW | $715 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, NSW, over 12 months | +5.6% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 |
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Status of the 685 tracked applications: 412 approved, 72 under assessment, 201 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 27 projects in Sydney (South) - Haymarket (9 under construction) and 183 more in the surrounding area.
The Mariyung Fleet is a new double-deck electric intercity fleet replacing the ageing V-set and Oscar trains in NSW. Built by the RailConnect NSW consortium of UGL, Hyundai Rotem and Mitsubishi Electric Australia, the trains feature 2x2 seating, charging ports, luggage, pram and bicycle spaces, and accessible toilets.
Atlassian Central is a 39-storey hybrid timber and concrete office tower at 8-10 Lee Street, Haymarket, beside Central Station in the NSW Government's Tech Central precinct. Designed by SHoP Architects and BVN and built by a Built and Obayashi joint venture for Dexus and Atlassian, it began construction in August 2022.
A $2 billion transformative mixed-use redevelopment of the former Harbourside Shopping Centre at Darling Harbour, delivered as a 50/50 joint venture between Mirvac and Mitsubishi Estate Co.
Central Place Sydney is a $3 billion commercial and urban regeneration development by Dexus and Frasers Property Australia adjacent to Sydney's Central Station. The project comprises two 35 and 37-storey office towers and an 8-storey connector building, supplying more than 130,000 sqm of sustainable workspace and tech-focused office accommodation.
Tech Central is Australia's largest innovation precinct, a six square kilometre district linking Haymarket, Ultimo, Surry Hills, Camperdown, Darlington, North Eveleigh and South Eveleigh.
Development application D/2025/308 seeks consent to demolish the existing buildings at 651 George Street and construct a narrow-lot boutique hotel with basement back-of-house areas, ground-floor retail/lobby uses, 42 hotel rooms across the upper levels and rooftop open space.
The Post House is a 45-storey mixed-use tower in the Tech Central precinct at Haymarket, Sydney, also known as TOGA Central. The tower rises above the heritage-listed former Parcels Post Office, which is retained, and provides about 29,228 square metres of office space, a 204-room hotel, and ground-floor retail and dining.
Comprehensive renewal of Belmore Park adjacent to Central Station endorsed by Council. Plans feature a new paved gathering space with amphitheatre seating, play area, improved lighting, simplified pathways, and enhanced lawn and garden areas.
Proposed 14-storey mixed-use development comprising 84 backpacker accommodation rooms with 577 beds, 8 private hotel rooms, ground-floor hospitality, and a rooftop pool and bar while preserving the heritage facade.
A mixed-use tower including Sydney's tallest residential tower at 270 metres with 507 apartments, luxury serviced suites, a rooftop restaurant and bar, boutique cinema, retail, conferencing facilities, childcare centre, and meeting room facility.
A $3.4 billion mixed-use urban regeneration precinct in Haymarket. The development features 1,500 residential apartments, 26,000sqm of commercial office space, and 12,000sqm of retail and community facilities.
A state-significant transformation of Cockle Bay Wharf into a vibrant mixed-use precinct. The project features a 183-metre commercial tower providing 75,000 sqm of premium office space, a 14,000 sqm retail and entertainment podium, and over 15,000 sqm of public open space, including a 5,500 sqm elevated park bridging the Western Distributor to reconnect the…
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Estimated completion year of the 91 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2025 9, 2026 20, 2027 21, 2028 14, 2029 15, 2030 6, 2031 0, 2032 4, 2033 1, 2034 0, 2035 0, 2036 1. 61 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 685 substantial development applications lodged in and around Sydney (South) - Haymarket over the past 5 years, 277 in the last 12 months; 72 are recorded as under assessment. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2021 (part year) 16, 2022 91, 2023 64, 2024 125, 2025 149, 2026 (to Oct) 240.
Key application 187-189 Thomas Street, Haymarket Retail | $591m Withdrawn/Lapsed
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 685 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 277 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 4.1 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 49th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 87 | ABS building approvals | 76th percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 412 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Applications under assessment | 72 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the Sydney (South) - Haymarket SA2 include: Mariyung Fleet (New Intercity Fleet) (Construction); Atlassian Central (Construction); Harbourside Redevelopment by Mirvac (Construction); Central Place Sydney (Approved); and Haymarket and Chinatown Public Domain Plan (Dixon Street Renewal) (Construction). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the Sydney (South) - Haymarket SA2 spans multiple sectors including Transport & Logistics, Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal, and Residential Development, among others.
On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, residential development activity is slightly higher than average within Sydney (South) - Haymarket when compared nationally.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the Sydney (South) - Haymarket SA2's approval levels have been significantly above the yearly average of 87, indicating strong recent growth in development activity.
Over the past five years, the population in the Sydney (South) - Haymarket SA2 has grown by approximately 2,941 people, while 433 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 6.8 people added for each new dwelling approval. This high ratio suggests strong population growth relative to housing supply, potentially indicating unmet housing demand.
03People
Population, age, income, work, education and more.
99th = higher than 99 in every 100 neighbourhood-sized areas across Australia (ABS SA2 areas). Higher means more of the measure, not necessarily better.
Population growth drivers in Sydney (South) - Haymarket are strong compared to national averages based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium to long-term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 24,813 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +24.5% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 92nd percentile nationally |
| Population density | 22,954 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 99th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +2.6% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +2.1% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 19,935 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 4,878 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +5.5% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +4.2% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 1.08 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the Sydney (South) - Haymarket SA2 was estimated to be approximately 24,813 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 24,758 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The sydney (south) - haymarket sa2 has added approximately 4,878 people and shown a 24.47% increase from the 19,935 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the Sydney (South) - Haymarket SA2 is estimated at 22,975 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the Sydney (South) - Haymarket SA2 has shown a compound annual growth rate of 2.1% per annum.
Population growth in the Sydney (South) - Haymarket SA2 is driven by: Overseas migration (95.7%), Natural increase (4.3%), Interstate migration (0.0%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 95.7% of overall population gains.
Sydney (South) - Haymarket hosts a very young demographic, ranking in the bottom 5% of areas nationwide.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 30 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 5th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 4.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 4.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 60.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 74.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age at the 2021 Census | 31 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 2.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 1.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 17.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 43.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 21.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 6.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 3.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 2.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 1.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 0.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the Sydney (South) - Haymarket SA2 at 30 years as at August 2026. That is down from the 2021 Census figure of 31 years, with AreaSearch updating the age profile for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 30 years as at August 2026, Sydney (South) - Haymarket is 7 years younger than the Greater Sydney 2021 Census average (37 years) and 8 years younger than the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the Sydney (South) - Haymarket SA2 compared to the Greater Sydney region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 43.7% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the Sydney (South) - Haymarket SA2 compared to the Greater Sydney region is the 5 - 14 group, making up 1.9% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the Sydney (South) - Haymarket SA2 show significant variance compared to Greater Sydney. The most over-represented age groups are 25-34 year-olds (43.7% vs 16.2%) and 35-44 year-olds (21.5% vs 15.2%). The most under-represented age groups are 5-14 year-olds (1.9% vs 11.8%) and 75-84 year-olds (1.2% vs 5.3%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 4.1% of the population in the Sydney (South) - Haymarket SA2 as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 4.0% of the population in the Sydney (South) - Haymarket SA2 as at August 2026.
Income levels sit below national averages according to AreaSearch assessment.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $40,697 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 1st percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $96,404 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $2,108 | 2021 Census, weekly | 73rd percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $819 | 2021 Census, weekly | 52nd percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 31.0% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $2,058 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 17.2% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Sydney (South) - Haymarket SA2 is approximately $43,293. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $40,697.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Sydney (South) - Haymarket SA2 is approximately $102,555. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $96,404.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Sydney (South) - Haymarket SA2 is approximately $43,293 compared to $67,214 in Greater Sydney. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $40,697 and $63,183 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Sydney (South) - Haymarket SA2 is approximately $102,555 compared to $92,214 in Greater Sydney. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $96,404 and $86,684 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the Sydney (South) - Haymarket SA2's households (~34.6% / 2,642 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the Sydney (South) - Haymarket SA2 is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 34.6% of households. In comparison, Greater Sydney's largest household income cohort is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing 30.9% of its households, according to the 2021 Census.
The 2021 Census data indicates that the median household income in the Sydney (South) - Haymarket SA2 is $2,108/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the Sydney (South) - Haymarket SA2 is $2,058/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the Sydney (South) - Haymarket SA2 is $819/wk.
AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for FY-24 reveals that income in the Sydney (South) - Haymarket SA2 is among the highest in Australia, with the median assessed at $40,697 while the average income stands at $96,404. This contrasts to Greater Sydney's figures of a median income of $63,183 and an average income of $86,684. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 6.38% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $43,293 (median) and $102,555 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the Sydney (South) - Haymarket SA2 is $6,782 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The sydney (south) - haymarket sa2's disposable income is $6,782 compared to $7,412 for Greater Sydney, based on AreaSearch analysis.
The exceptional employment performance in Sydney (South) - Haymarket places it among Australia's strongest labour markets.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 1.4% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 62.9% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 15,346 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 49,993 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 15,564 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of June 2026, the Sydney (South) - Haymarket SA2 has approximately 15,346 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 1.4%. This very low unemployment rate indicates a tight labour market with strong demand for workers. The area ranks in the top 25% nationally for employment performance, indicating a robust job market.
As of June 2026, the unemployment rate in the Sydney (South) - Haymarket SA2 stands at 1.4%, which is 2.8 percentage points below Greater Sydney's rate of 4.2%. This lower unemployment rate suggests stronger local employment conditions. For comparison, the national unemployment rate is 4.2%.
The employment landscape in the Sydney (South) - Haymarket SA2 is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are accommodation & food (25.2% of employment), professional & technical (14.2%), and finance & insurance (10.2%). Other significant employers include retail trade and health care & social assistance.
Over the past year to June 2026, the Sydney (South) - Haymarket SA2 has experienced employment growth, with total employment increasing while the labour force increased. As a result, the unemployment rate has fallen. By comparison, Greater Sydney saw employment increased and its unemployment rate dropped.
The workforce participation rate in the Sydney (South) - Haymarket SA2 is 62.9%, which represents the proportion of working-age residents who are either employed or actively seeking work. This healthy participation rate reflects good employment opportunities and workforce engagement. The local rate trailing the Greater Sydney average of 68.9%, suggesting potential for increased workforce participation.
The sydney (south) - haymarket sa2 shows notable specialisation in accommodation & food, which employs 25.2% of the local workforce compared to 5.8% across Greater Sydney. With a local vs regional employment ratio of 4.3, this represents a significant industry cluster that likely serves markets beyond the local area. The area also shows above-average employment in 3 other sectors, contributing to a distinctive economic profile.
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The sydney (south) - haymarket sa2's employment market shows strong performance nationally, ranking in the top 25% of areas assessed by AreaSearch. This indicates robust employment conditions and economic vitality compared to other regions. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region saw a 3.8% decline, ranking 32nd out of 37 regions nationally.
The educational profile of Sydney (South) - Haymarket ranks above average relative to locations nationally, based on AreaSearch's ranking of qualification and academic performance metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 36.2% | 2021 Census | 96th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 15.1% | 2021 Census | 89th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 53.0% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 7.2% | 2021 Census | 3rd percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 1.7% | 2021 Census | 24th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 18.9% | 2021 Census | 99th percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 21.0% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 43.9% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 12.8% | 2021 Census | 96th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 2.0% | 2021 Census | 3rd percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 1.6% | 2021 Census | 3rd percentile nationally |
53.0% of people aged 15 and over in the Sydney (South) - Haymarket SA2 have university qualifications, compared to 38.0% in Greater Sydney.
21.0% of people aged 15 and over in the Sydney (South) - Haymarket SA2 have no formal qualifications, compared to 34.2% in Greater Sydney.
The sydney (south) - haymarket sa2 ranks in the 63th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the Sydney (South) - Haymarket SA2 are: Bachelor Degree (36.2%), Advanced Diploma (18.9%), Postgraduate (15.1%).
43.9% of the population in the Sydney (South) - Haymarket SA2 is currently engaged in formal education, including 2.0% in primary school, 1.6% in secondary school, 12.8% at university (all shares of total residents).
There are 1 schools within the Sydney (South) - Haymarket SA2, with a combined enrollment of approximately 0 students.
The sydney (south) - haymarket sa2 includes 1 secondary school.
Sydney (South) - Haymarket features high concentrations of group households and couples without children but relatively few couples with children, with a smaller average household size than Greater Sydney.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 2.3 people | 2021 Census | 25th percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 30.4% | 2021 Census | 72nd percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 9.2% | 2021 Census | 3rd percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 33.5% | 2021 Census | 85th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 4.5% | 2021 Census | 3rd percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 19.3% | 2021 Census | 99th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 7,644 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 9,514 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 50.3% | 2021 Census | 4th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 0.4 per family | 2021 Census | 1st percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the Sydney (South) - Haymarket SA2 had 7,644 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 24.5% to an estimated 9,514 households today.
The average household size in the Sydney (South) - Haymarket SA2 is 2.3 people. This compares to 2.7 in Greater Sydney and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 50.3% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (30.4%), group households (19.3%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 3,845 family households, couples with children account for 9.2% of all households, couples without children at home 33.5%, and single parent families 4.5%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Greater Sydney, the Sydney (South) - Haymarket SA2 shows distinct household patterns. Group households are notably over-represented at 19.3% (versus 4.2% in Greater Sydney). Conversely, family households are under-represented at 50.3% compared to 72.6% in Greater Sydney. The prevalence of shared households suggests a younger demographic or affordability considerations.
Marriage patterns reveal 28.4% of the adult population are currently married, while 62.0% have never married. This compares to 48.3% married and 36.4% never married across Greater Sydney.
Single-person households represent 30.4% of all households in the Sydney (South) - Haymarket SA2, higher than the average for Greater Sydney of 23.2%. This affects demand for smaller dwellings and single-person accommodation.
Group households (unrelated people sharing) account for 19.3% of households, above the Greater Sydney average of 4.2%. This higher rate points to more student or young professional shared accommodation.
Sydney (South) - Haymarket is among the most culturally diverse areas in the country based on AreaSearch assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 82.9% | 2021 Census | 99th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 76.0% | 2021 Census | 98th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 24.0% | 2021 Census | 1st percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 32.5% | 2021 Census | |
| Born in Australia | 17.1% | 2021 Census | |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 0.2% | 2021 Census | 5th percentile nationally |
Sydney (South) - Haymarket is among the most culturally diverse areas in the country, with 76.0% of its population speaking a language other than English at home and 82.9% born overseas.
Buddhism is the most commonly reported religion in Sydney (South) - Haymarket, at 30.2% of people, although more residents (41.1%) reported no religion. Buddhism accounts for 4.1% across Greater Sydney.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Sydney (South) - Haymarket are Chinese, comprising 33.5% of the population, which is substantially higher than Greater Sydney's 8.4%, Other, comprising 33.3% of the population, which is substantially higher than Greater Sydney's 16.0%, and English, comprising 9.1% of the population, which is notably lower than Greater Sydney's 19.0%. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Korean is notably overrepresented at 3.1% of Sydney (South) - Haymarket (vs 1.1% across Greater Sydney), Spanish at 0.8% (vs 0.6%) and Vietnamese at 2.2% (vs 1.8%).
82.9% of the Sydney (South) - Haymarket SA2 population was born overseas, compared to 40.5% across Greater Sydney.
76.0% of the population in the Sydney (South) - Haymarket SA2 speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 39.5% in Greater Sydney.
0.2% of the Sydney (South) - Haymarket SA2 population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 1.3% in Greater Sydney.
32.5% of the Sydney (South) - Haymarket SA2 population holds citizenship, compared to 80.8% in Greater Sydney.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Sydney (South) - Haymarket features a more urban dwelling mix with significant apartment living, with a higher proportion of rental properties than Greater Sydney.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 76.9% | 2021 Census | 98th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 12.0% | 2021 Census | 5th percentile nationally |
| Apartments | 99.7% | 2021 Census | 99th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $2,600 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 90th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 11.0% | 2021 Census | 2nd percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 0.2% | 2021 Census | 4th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $620 | 2021 Census, weekly | 98th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 29.4% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 95th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 28.5% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 83rd percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 1.4 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 99th percentile nationally |
In the Sydney (South) - Haymarket SA2, 12.0% of homes are owned outright, 11.0% are owned with a mortgage, and 76.9% are rented.
According to the latest data, 0.1% of dwellings in the Sydney (South) - Haymarket SA2 are houses.
In the Sydney (South) - Haymarket SA2, 99.7% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 0.2% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the Sydney (South) - Haymarket SA2 stands at 12.0%, compared to 28.7% in Greater Sydney.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the Sydney (South) - Haymarket SA2 is $2,600, compared to $2,427 in Greater Sydney.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the Sydney (South) - Haymarket SA2 is $2,352, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the Sydney (South) - Haymarket SA2, households with mortgages typically spend 28.5% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 29.4% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the Sydney (South) - Haymarket SA2 is 1.4, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the Sydney (South) - Haymarket SA2 shows mortgage holders spending 28.5% of income on repayments (vs 27.0% in Greater Sydney), while renters spend 29.4% of income on rent (vs 22.6% in Greater Sydney).
The dwelling mix in the Sydney (South) - Haymarket SA2 consists of 0.1% detached houses, 0.2% semi-detached dwellings, 99.7% apartments, and 0.0% other dwelling types.
Housing in Sydney (South) - Haymarket consumes approximately 25.8% of median household income ($9,128 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
No recent development applications are recorded for this area.
Sydney (South) - Haymarket's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics relative to locations nationally with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 66.7% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 88th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 90.9% | 2021 Census | 98th percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 1.4% | 2021 Census | 3rd percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 92.5% | 2021 Census | 99th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 0.2% | 2021 Census | 1st percentile nationally |
Around 66.7% of people in the Sydney (South) - Haymarket SA2 are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 59.8% in Greater Sydney.
In the Sydney (South) - Haymarket SA2, 1.4% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 5.2% of people in Greater Sydney require similar assistance.
2.9% of people in the Sydney (South) - Haymarket SA2 are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 6.4% of the population across Greater Sydney is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 1.5% of the Sydney (South) - Haymarket SA2 population, while in Greater Sydney, 4.3% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
1.1% of people in the Sydney (South) - Haymarket SA2 have heart disease. Across Greater Sydney,3.2% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the Sydney (South) - Haymarket SA2, 66.7% of the population are estimated to have private health insurance. Comparatively, Greater Sydney sees an estimated private health coverage rate of 59.8%.
Transport servicing is high compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport access | 99 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 99th percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 94 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 67th percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 62,522 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 99th percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 281 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 95 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 0.1 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 38.1% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 94 public transport stops within the Sydney (South) - Haymarket SA2.
The Sydney (South) - Haymarket SA2 has 62,522 weekly trips across 95 routes, averaging 8,931 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 148 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest GP is 107 m away and the nearest pharmacy 112 m.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 94 stops nearby, 62,522 weekly trips, access rating 99 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 100 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | |
| Nearest GP | 107 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest pharmacy | 112 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 134 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 140 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest child care | 163 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 172 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 203 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 261 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 281 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 837 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 965 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
Sector reports that go deeper on these services: child care, medical, retail, aged care and specialist disability accommodation (SDA). There are 4 long day care centres with 377 places in Sydney (South) - Haymarket, about 1.4 children aged 0-4 per place.
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06About this profile
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On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, residential development activity is slightly higher than average within Sydney (South) - Haymarket when compared nationally.
Sydney (South) - Haymarket ranks in the 66th percentile nationally for infrastructure.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Sydney (South) - Haymarket's established property market has recorded 435 sales in the 12 months to June 2026, comprising 91% residential and 9% commercial transactions.
Population growth drivers in Sydney (South) - Haymarket are strong compared to national averages based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium to long-term trends.
Sydney (South) - Haymarket hosts a very young demographic, ranking in the bottom 5% of areas nationwide.
Income levels sit below national averages according to AreaSearch assessment.
The exceptional employment performance in Sydney (South) - Haymarket places it among Australia's strongest labour markets.
The educational profile of Sydney (South) - Haymarket ranks above average relative to locations nationally, based on AreaSearch's ranking of qualification and academic performance metrics.
Sydney (South) - Haymarket features high concentrations of group households and couples without children but relatively few couples with children, with a smaller average household size than Greater Sydney.
Sydney (South) - Haymarket is among the most culturally diverse areas in the country based on AreaSearch assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics.
Sydney (South) - Haymarket features a more urban dwelling mix with significant apartment living, with a higher proportion of rental properties than Greater Sydney.
Sydney (South) - Haymarket's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics relative to locations nationally with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups.
Transport servicing is high compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
Amenity provision was found to be above the typical area assessed nationally by AreaSearch, based on counts and proximity analysis.
Sydney (South) - Haymarket has an estimated 24,813 residents, up 24.5% since the 2021 Census, with 27 projects tracked in Sydney (South) - Haymarket.
Latest estimate as at Aug 2026; other figures from the 2021 Census, ATO FY-24 and AreaSearch estimates where labelled. Updated 14 Oct 2026.
Sources: ABS Census 2021, ABS estimated resident population, ATO taxation statistics, state rental bonds and property sales records where published, and AreaSearch analysis for Sydney (South) - Haymarket.
Data currency
Refreshed . Sales to Sep 2026, rents to Jun 2026, population and age estimated to Aug 2026, taxable income FY 2024 and projects to Oct 2026. Housing, households and cultural diversity are from the 2021 Census (next update with the 2026 Census results).
Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, and are labelled as such. Other sections were compiled 14 Oct 2026 from sources that update on their own cycles; "See the evidence" lists each source and its cycle.
SA2 boundaries are defined by the Australian Bureau of Statistics and are designed to represent communities for statistical reporting (for example census and ERP).
Suburbs and Localities (SAL) represent commonly-used suburb or locality names (postal-style areas) and may use different geographic boundaries. For a complete picture, consider both boundary types where available.
Main sources: ABS, Geoscience Australia, GNAF, ATO, State governments, Valuer General, Rental Board and Infrastructure Australia.
Cross-check us. The Census baseline for this boundary is at ABS 2021 Census QuickStats (117031645). QuickStats reports 2021 only; the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.
This page uses ABS Statistical Area Level 2 (SA2) boundaries for statistical reporting (for example census and ERP). SA2 areas can differ materially from Suburbs and Localities (SAL) boundaries, even when they share similar names, because they are defined for different purposes and often use different geographic boundaries.
AreaSearch compiles this page from official and industry sources, including ABS, Geoscience Australia, GNAF, ATO, State governments, Valuer General, Rental Board and Infrastructure Australia, then calculates statistics for the boundary shown, and ranks, growth rates and benchmarks itself. Property sales come from the state valuation authority, rents from state rental bond lodgements, development applications from council and state planning portals, school data from ACARA, and public transport from state transport departments. Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, labelled as such.
No. Most of this page is built beyond the Census. Dated for this area: population (Aug 2026), age profile (Aug 2026), infrastructure projects (Oct 2026) and income (FY 2024). Compiled with this profile from sources that publish on their own cycles: development and approvals, property sales and rents, employment, education, transport, health and services and amenities. Only housing, households and cultural diversity remain wholly Census-based, because no more current small-area dataset exists for those measures.
Key demographics and figures for Sydney (South) - Haymarket from the 2021 Census, ATO taxpayer data and AreaSearch estimates and analysis. Each topic has its own table of key figures beside the section it belongs to, and each row names its source and date. The percentile compares Sydney (South) - Haymarket with every neighbourhood-sized area across Australia (ABS SA2 areas): a higher percentile means more of that measure than most, not necessarily better.
Source: AreaSearch (areasearch.com.au) compiled from ABS Census 2021, ATO and other public sources.
